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Sandpoint council authorizes IPS contract to implement multi‑phase parking management plan after lengthy debate
Summary
After extended public comment and council discussion, Sandpoint approved a contract with IPS Group to install kiosks, mobile and text payment and a permit system intended to strengthen enforcement of two‑hour on‑street limits, create permit categories and add paid parking in selected city lots; council left rates and phased timing to later decisions.
The Sandpoint City Council voted March 4 to authorize a contract with IPS Group to implement the city’s adopted parking-management plan, clearing the way for kiosks, a mobile app and a multi-tier permit program to enforce existing time limits and introduce paid parking in selected city lots.
Director Jason Welker told council and the public that the phased system is designed primarily to improve turnover in the downtown two‑hour zones and to create permit options for residents, county residents, downtown employees and marina slip holders. He said the city plans to avoid automated license-plate‑reader technology (prohibited by Idaho law) and instead rely on kiosks, text-to-pay and a Park Smarter mobile app so enforcement officers can…
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